What is the average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Downtown Wilmington, Wilmington, NC?

One-bedroom apartments in Downtown Wilmington average around $1,800 per month in 2025. These units climbed 1.3% from the previous year and typically offer about 750 sqft of living space.

What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Downtown Wilmington, Wilmington, NC?

Two-bedroom apartments in Downtown Wilmington average around $2,100 per month in 2025. These units declined 6.5% from 2024 and provide approximately 1,112 sqft of space.

What is the average rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Downtown Wilmington, Wilmington, NC?

Three-bedroom apartments in Downtown Wilmington average around $3,300 per month in 2025. These larger units rose 5.1% from the previous year and offer about 1,689 sqft of living space.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Wilmington, Wilmington, NC?

Downtown Wilmington's rental market averaged around $1,900 per month across all property types in 2025, down 3.0% from 2024. Studio apartments start around $1,500 monthly, while three-bedroom units reach around $3,300 per month.

What is the average apartment size in Downtown Wilmington, Wilmington, NC?

Apartments in Downtown Wilmington average 924 sqft across all unit types. Studio apartments provide about 514 sqft, while three-bedroom units offer the most space at approximately 1,689 sqft.

What type of apartment is most common in Downtown Wilmington, Wilmington, NC?

One-bedroom apartments are the most common rental type in Downtown Wilmington, with about 20 listings available monthly. Two-bedroom units follow closely with approximately 18 listings per month.

What type of apartment is least common in Downtown Wilmington, Wilmington, NC?

Three-bedroom apartments have the lowest availability in Downtown Wilmington, with about 3 listings per month. Studio apartments are also limited, averaging around 6 listings monthly.

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202 S 3rd St #6, Wilmington, NC 28401

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$1,100

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203 Wright St #204, Wilmington, NC 28401

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$1,250

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203 Wright St #210, Wilmington, NC 28401

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5d+ ago

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1107 S 2nd St, Wilmington, NC 28401

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$1,850

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$1,200

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512 N 10th St, Wilmington, NC 28401

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710 Taylor St #D, Wilmington, NC 28401

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$1,400

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720 Castle St #202, Wilmington, NC 28401

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720 Castle St #101, Wilmington, NC 28401

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812 S 5th Ave, Wilmington, NC 28401

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$1,600

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5d+ ago

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1009 S 6th St, Wilmington, NC 28401

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$1,650

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5d+ ago

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709 North 4th Street #301 - 301

709 N 4th St #301, Wilmington, NC 28401

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$1,750

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709 N 4th St, Wilmington, NC 28401

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$1,750

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933 S 8th St, Wilmington, NC 28401

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$1,800

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506 S 7th St, Wilmington, NC 28401

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$1,800

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720 Castle St #303, Wilmington, NC 28401

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5d+ ago

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1007 Campbell St #1, Wilmington, NC 28401

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$2,200

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308 Dock St #LOWER, Wilmington, NC 28401

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$2,295

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413 N 4th St #A, Wilmington, NC 28401

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